Picadillo
Picadillo is a staple dish in Mexican and Latin American cuisine, traditionally made with ground beef, vegetables, and often olives or raisins. The name comes from the Spanish word 'picar,' meaning 'to mince,' referring to the finely chopped ingredients. Picadillo is versatile and can be used as a filling for stuffed peppers, empanadas, or simply served over steamed rice. Its rich flavor and ease of preparation make it a popular choice for family meals.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
500
g
Ground Beef
1
Onion
2
cloves
Garlic
400
g
Tomato Sauce
1
Green Bell Pepper
1
tsp
Ground Cumin
1
tsp
Dried Oregano
3
tbsp
Cooking Oil
50
g
Green Olives (pitted)
50
g
Raisins
200
g
Potato (optional)
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Black Pepper
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Preparation Steps
1
Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
2
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and the liquid has evaporated.
3
Stir in the finely chopped green bell pepper, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4
Pour in the tomato sauce and season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5
Stir in the green olives and raisins. If using potatoes, peel, dice, and add them to the stew, cooking until tender.
6
Serve the Picadillo with steamed rice or fresh tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
